Police release photos of Regions Bank robber

Posted: Friday, December 18, 2009

By Staff Reports

Athens-Clarke police this morning released photographs of the armed man who robbed Regions Bank, 2009 Prince Ave., at about 1:55 p.m. Tuesday. Investigators are hoping someone will recognize him and call them or leave an anonymous message on the Crime Stoppers tip line.

Police say the robber is a slender white male in his late 20s to early 30s, and between 5 feet, 7 inches and 5 feet, 10 inches tall. He had a mustache and an apparent speech impediment. A reward of up to $1,000 has been offered for information leading to an arrest.

Calls may be made to Detective Chuck Ivey at (706) 613-3888, extension 337, or to Crime Stoppers at (706) 613-3342.